The Story Of Columbus

The Story of Columbus: As He Told It Himself is a book written by Edward Everett Hale in 1893. The book is a retelling of the story of Christopher Columbus, the Italian explorer who is credited with discovering America in 1492. The book is based on Columbus's own writings and journals, as well as other historical documents. The book begins with Columbus's early life in Italy and his desire to find a new route to Asia. It then follows his journey to Spain where he sought funding for his expedition. The book describes the hardships and challenges Columbus faced during his voyage across the Atlantic, including the mutiny of his crew and the lack of supplies. The book also explores the interactions between Columbus and the indigenous people he encountered in the Caribbean, including the Taino people. It discusses the impact of Columbus's arrival on the native people and the subsequent colonization of the Americas by Europeans. Overall, The Story of Columbus: As He Told It Himself provides an informative and engaging account of one of the most significant events in world history. The book is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the life and legacy of Christopher Columbus.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.